Most weeks, I wonder if I should do #SolarPunkSunday toots, given everything that is so very wrong and this is another one of those weeks. Nevertheless, there will be vegan recipes, flowers, trees, third spaces and this link to a free garden layout and plans library 🌍🌱💚
https://www.almanac.com/free-garden-layouts-plans-library

#Gardens #Community #FreeStuff #LibrariesRule

#RhodeIsland - Warming Centers | Emergency Management Agency

"Below is a list of warming centers throughout the state. If you do not see your community listed or to verify times and center locations, contact your local municipalities for more information. If you need additional assistance, call 2-1-1.

All details and information are subject to change at any time. Individuals seeking resources are encouraged to call ahead before visiting."

Pets:
Pets needing sheltering may be taken to the Potter League for Animals, located at 87 Oliphant Ln, Middletown, RI. The potter league closes at 5:00 PM daily. If emergency pet sheltering is needed call (401) 846-8276 during and after normal work hours.

#BarringtonRI
#BristolRI
#BurrillvilleRI
#CentralFallsRI
#CharlestownRI
#CoventryRI
#CranstonRI
#CumberlandRI
#EastGreenwichRI
#EastProvidence
#ExeterRI
#GlocesterRI
#HarmonyRI
#HopkintonRI
#JamestownRI
#JohnstonRI
#LincolnRI
#LittleComptonRI
#MiddletownRI
#NewportRI
#NorthKingstownRI
#NorthProvidenceRI
#NorthSmithfieldRI
#PawtucketRI
#PortsmouthRI
#ProvidenceRI
#SouthProvidenceRI
#SmithfieldRI
#TivertonRI
#WarrenRI
#WarwickRI
#WesterlyRI
#WestGreenwichRI
#WestWarwickRI
#WoonsocketRI

FMI - https://riema.ri.gov/warming-centers

For an extended and detailed list of resources provided by Executive Office of Housing for Rhode Islanders experiencing homelessness, please visit, click below.
https://housing.ri.gov/resources/individuals-experiencing-homelessness

@newsbot

#WarmingCenters #WarmingShelters #LibrariesRule #Unhoused #Houseless
#PolarVortex #ArcticBlast #Homeless #WarmingCenterRhodeIsland #EmergencyShelters

#SaratogaCA - Knit & Crochet Circle @ #SaratogaLibrary

Wednesday, January 7, 2026
10:30AM – 12:00PM
Saratoga Library

Description
Join Saratoga Library's monthly knit and crochet circle. Bring your own projects and yarn, ask questions, receive help, give help, share ideas, and meet new people! We'll meet in the Maple Room unless notified otherwise. It is located near the Bestseller collection and New Books.

Patterns from past workshops and a limited number of circular knitting needles and crochet hooks will be available to borrow.

Masks are highly recommended. Drop-in, no registration required.

For accessibility accommodations (ex. ASL), please fill out the online form at sccld.org/accessibility 7+days prior to the event. If you need assistance with the form, speak with a staff member at your local library, call (408) 540-3945, or email us at ask@sccl.org.

FMI:
https://sccl.bibliocommons.com/events/67634d92fea9b97171fbdf76

#SolarPunkSunday #FiberArts #Knitting #Crocheting #LibrariesRule!

#Maine - Want to try something new in the new year? Check out a ‘library of things’

#Libraries are expanding their offerings beyond books and audiotapes, broadening the potential pursuits of patrons.

by Sophie Burchell, January 2, 2026

CUMBERLAND — "If your New Year’s resolution is to try a new hobby — cooking more diverse recipes, taking up knitting or digging into gardening — but you are not yet ready to make a commitment for all of 2026, there is a shelf at the library for you.

"Stacked with items including a #MortarAndPestle, a #SpinningWheel and a #broadfork, the #LibraryOfThings at Cumberland’s #PrinceMemorialLibrary has objects for all types of pursuits ready for patrons to borrow like they would a book.

" 'The tortilla press is quite popular. A lot of people, they want to have a taco party or something, they want to try it out,' said Kelly Greenlee, community outreach librarian at Prince Memorial Library, which serves #CumberlandME and #NorthYarmouthME.

"Categories of 'things' include arts and craft supplies, science and technology devices, health and wellness equipment and home and garden tools. When acquiring items for this collection, librarians look for items that are typically only used once or twice a year, or things that someone would want to test out before they purchase it for themselves. The collection is intended to save library patrons time and money, as well as broaden their horizons — much like books.

" 'It’s designed to encourage people to have a #SharingEconomy, essentially,' said Greenlee. 'Libraries have always been about sharing resources, and it’s really just an extension of that.' "

Read more:
https://www.pressherald.com/2025/12/30/want-to-try-something-new-in-the-new-year-check-out-a-library-of-things/

Archived version:
https://archive.md/cWBiQ

#SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesRule #MaineLibraries #LibrariesOfThings #BorrowDontBuy

#TheObsoleteMan... SCARY AF!

"I'm a human being! I exist!"

@startrek @MirrorAyako

#LibrariesRule #Librarians #AI #Foresight #TwilightZoneMarathon #TwilightZone #BurningBooks #BurgessMeredith #FritzWeaver

From 2013 - My #TreeHouse : The world 1st #GreenLibrary for kids

"On 31st May, 2013, #Singapore added another world first to her already impressive resume.

"On that day, the world welcomes her 1st green library for kids at the Central Library located at Victoria street.

"My tree house is aptly named after the centerpiece of the new library. The tree structure is constructed with recycled materials. The 'leaves' of the tree is entirely made of recycled bottles."

https://www.thewackyduo.com/2013/06/my-tree-house-world-1st-green-library.html

#SolarPunkSunday #RecycledMaterials #TreeHouseLibraries #GreenLibraries #LibrariesRule!

#CommunityGardens and #Libraries: A Perfect Pairing

Library lawns are growing in popularity as sites for community garden projects

April 14, 2022

"#Libraries are often lucky enough to have a free plot of land to bring garden programming to their community. We will explore what it takes for a library to begin a community garden and some examples of successful community gardens already in place.

"The modern world has created a divide between people and nature. Increasingly, people don't know how or where their food originates. Many people feel #disconnected from the #NaturalWorld, and some have never planted a garden.

"But as author #MichaelPollan puts it, 'the garden suggests there might be a place where we can meet nature halfway.' A community garden can introduce people to #nature, #plants, and #GrowingFood in an approachable way. Engaging with a garden can teach people about the interconnected world and provide a rewarding experience and skillset.

"Libraries are often lucky enough to have a free plot of land to bring garden programming to their community. We will explore what it takes for a library to begin a community garden and some examples of successful community gardens already in place.

Starting a Garden

"A community garden is a piece of land cultivated by a group of people, either individually or collectively. These gardens are commonly found in urban settings, but similar ideas exist in rural communities.

"Libraries offer an excellent setting for a community garden. They already provide books and classes on gardening, so they are a perfect location to experiment with those ideas.

A community garden can range widely in size and scope, depending on the land and resources available by a given library. Gardeners can cultivate even a few square feet into an educational opportunity for the community. Participants can construct a full-scale community garden if a library has more room to spare.

"Constructing a garden might be intimidating to some, but even someone with no prior experience can make it happen with the community's help. Businesses and community members will often donate their time, tools, and labor to help bring a community garden to life. By reaching out to the right people, a single library staff member or community member can organize the implementation of a multi-bed community garden."

FMI - https://action.everylibrary.org/community_gardens_and_libraries_a_perfect_pairing

#SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesRule #TheCommons #MoreGardensLessLawns #growYourOwn #FoodSecurity #BuildingCommunity

The rooftop #Gardens at the #UniversityOfWarsaw is one of the most #SolarPunk things evah! Wow! 😍 🍃

FMI

https://en.uw.edu.pl/about-university/must-see-at-the-university/university-gardens/

https://kidsinthecity.pl/listing/the-warsaw-university-library-garden/

#SolarPunkSunday #LibraryGardens #LibrariesRule! #Poland #WarsawPoland

#BucksportME! "The #Bucksprouts #SeedLibrary is now open! Community members can come take seeds to plant and grow their own flowers and vegetables. Our initial seed donation was through the generosity of #HighMowingSeeds with additional seeds donated by #Mainescape and other patrons. Our intent is for gardeners to learn how to #SaveSeeds so that we can provide this resource for years to come. Many thanks to all of our dedicated volunteers who made this possible. Come take some seeds, learn gardening tips, and network with others who garden too."

Learn more:
https://www.bucklibrary.org/for-our-patrons/bucksprouts-seed-library

#SolarPunkSunday #Gardening #MaineLibraries #LibrariesRule #SeedLibraries